Employment Solicitor
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- Lead the growth of a high-potential employment offering from day one
- Inherit existing work and shape your own practice
- Real opportunity to become a key commercial adviser and team lead
Looking for a role where you can take the reins and create something of your own?
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor to join a growing, values-led firm in South Manchester and reintroduce a core service line with full support from the senior leadership team.
You’ll step into a ready-made flow of employer-side work and have the autonomy to shape the team, service, and direction, with a direct pathway to progression and influence across the wider commercial offering.
Who we’re looking for
- 3–5 PQE in employment law
- Confident working independently on employer-focused matters
- Organised, proactive, and able to collaborate cross-functionally
- Entrepreneurial and motivated by the opportunity to build something meaningful
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000–£50,000 (depending on experience)
- Hybrid working (after initial onboarding)
- Corporate gym membership
- Structured development & internal leadership resources
- Tech-enabled systems and compliance support
- Real opportunity to grow a team and move into senior leadership
- Supportive culture with regular 1:1s and strong cross-team referrals
Contact Paula Pawlowska
Call Paula on 03300 245 606 or email paula.pawlowska@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply. All conversations are confidential.
How to apply for this role
Apply nowIf this sounds like the job for you, you can apply online using the online form below.
Alternatively, to learn more about this opportunity or to register your interest, contact
Paula on 03300 245 606 or email paula.pawlowska@realmrecruit.com.
Key details
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Employment
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